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Macho Minestrone

Prep Time: 20 min
Cook Time: 45 min

Ingredients

  • ⅓ cup olive oil, divided
  • 1 pound bulk mild Italian sausage
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 large potatoes, peeled and cut into cubes
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 quart chicken broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 2 zucchinis, halved lengthwise and sliced into half-moons
  • 1 bunch kale, chopped
  • 1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • ½ cup ditalini pasta
  • ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese